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    Business Resource Round-Up for May 2023

    April 30, 2023

    Each month, we gather the best in small business resources and grant opportunities that support entrepreneurs.
     

    NV-Small-Business-Resource-Fair-2023-SpringBoard-Good-Reads-&-ResourcesNevada Small Business Resource Fair

    DreamSpring will attend the Nevada Small Business Resource Fair on Wednesday, May 3, at the Sahara West Library. Don’t miss your chance to connect with business licensing, funding, certifications, marketing, and business planning resources. Learn more and register!

    		 

    National-Small-Business-Week-Virtual_Summit-SpringBoard-Good-Reads-&-ResourcesNational Small Business Week Virtual Summit

    The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will host a virtual summit May 2 and 3, offering experts, an exhibit hall, networking, and a virtual mentoring lounge where you can ask questions. Sessions include business planning, growth in the age of artificial intelligence, advertising, cybersecurity, and more. Learn more and register!

     

    SCORE-SpringBoard-Good-Reads-&-ResourcesIncrease Sales by Attracting More of Your Best Customers

    Kansas City SCORE will host a May 2 workshop on how to grow sales, structure your business to attract strong customers, and stand out from the competition. Join Alexander Nouveau and SCORE for a session that will scale up your customer base. Learn more and register!

    		  

    Constant-Contact-SpringBoard-Good-Reads-&-Resources5 Ways to Celebrate National Small Business Week

    Are you curious about how to get your small business involved in National Small Business Week? This article from Constant Contact highlights how you can share your story, connect with the customers who keep your business going, spread the word about your services, and build lasting partnerships with peer entrepreneurs. Read on to get inspired.

     

     

    Chase-for-Business-SpringBoard-Good-Reads-&-ResourcesJoin JPMorgan Chase for Small Business Big Thanks

    May 1 – 5, during National Small Business Week, JPMorgan Chase will host local business pop-ups in select markets and host marketing workshops with industry experts. Opportunities to connect in New York, Dallas, Washington, D.C., and online include personalized tips for marketing your small business. Sessions include digital engagement, social media, branding, and building a solid network. Learn more and register.

    		  

    Yelp-SpringBoard-Good-Reads-&-ResourcesSuccess on Yelp: Free and Paid Tools for Your Small Business

    The U.S. Black Chambers want to ensure your business listing on Yelp is strong, clear, and connecting you to the right customers. Join Yelp’s Small Business Expert Emily Washcovik on May 9 for a virtual workshop. You’ll learn about new Yelp Features, tips on building a strong profile, reputation management best practices, and advertising on the Yelp platform. Learn more and register.

     

    Jobber-Grants-SpringBoard-Good-Reads-&-ResourcesJobber Grants for Home Service Businesses

    Are you a home service business owner or aspiring entrepreneur? Apply for a grant of up to $15,000 to jumpstart your small business. Apply before June 8!

    		  

    National-Black-Business-Pitch-SpringBoard-Good-Reads-&-ResourcesNational Black Business Pitch

    The National Black Business Pitch is a competition designed to connect Black-owned businesses with corporations seeking to expand and diversify their supply chain with new products and services. Prizes up to $10,000 are available. Apply by June 1.